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The MD Anderson Leadership Institute is seeking a driven individual with an interest in conducting and disseminating organizational research. In this highly developmental position, you will be working with leadership experts to research a myriad of programs and topics related to employee and leadership development (e.g., selection, change, coaching, mentoring, teams). You will have the opportunity to work with an abundance of existing employee and organizational data, collect new data, design new research projects that fit your interests, and join ongoing research projects. You will also help evaluate leadership development programs, including creating surveys, analyzing data, and visualizing results, and have ample opportunities for writing manuscripts for publication in academic and practitioner outlets.

We are seeking an individual with a passion for working in healthcare and for leadership research, in pursuit of the ultimate goal of providing safe and efficient patient care. The ideal candidate will enjoy working on multiple projects simultaneously, have an interest in both research and applied work, and thrive in an autonomous work environment. Candidates should also have an interest in translating this research into evidence-based best practices and tools for organizations.

This is a remote position that does not require Texas residency, and applications will be accepted from residents of most (33) states. However, MD Anderson is unable to accept applications from candidates residing in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Washington, Washington DC, and West Virginia.

Three semesters minimum is preferred. Please note your desired start and end dates in statement of interest.

*LEARNING OBJECTIVES*

As a Graduate Student Research Trainee, you will gain valuable exposure to a world-renowned healthcare organization and leading experts in leadership development and will develop skills needed to be successful in both the academic and applied fields.

• Design new research projects

• Evaluate development programs, including creating surveys, analyzing data, and visualizing results

• Write manuscripts for publication in academic and practitioner outlets

All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.

*ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS*

• Currently enrolled in an I/O Psychology, Organizational Behavior, Human Factors Psychology, or related field from an accredited program

• Proficiency in all stages of the research process

• Strong methodological and analytical skills

• Proficiency in data collection/statistical software (e.g., Excel, R, SPSS, Qualtrics, Power BI)

• Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and autonomously

*POSITION INFORMATION*

The student will receive a stipend of up to $24,000 for part-time hours during the fall and spring semesters. Additional funding and hours may be available during the summer, depending on the student’s availability.

Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

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